2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon 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) has 19 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 197 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
