2005 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |