2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Cruze | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Cruze | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |