2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 46 kg more than 1976 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |