2004 Audi RS4 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Audi RS4 is newer by 37 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, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (217 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Audi RS4.
Because 2004 Audi RS4 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, 2004 Audi RS4 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, 2004 Audi RS4 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | RS4 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
