1970 Mercury Cougar vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Cougar | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cougar | Minica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |