2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
