2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | Vision | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |
