2005 Lada 110 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. 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 Lada 110, 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada 110 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | 110 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |