2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1976 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | E-250 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2910 mm |
