2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2910 mm |