2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (217 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3, 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |