2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2830 mm |
