2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 32 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 405 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 1976 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia, 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Acadia | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |