2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 636 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mondeo | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |