2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | FX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
