2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 42 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 11 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Grand Caravan | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |