2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Terracan | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |