2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | Bolero | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5766 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2910 mm |
