1970 Mercury Cougar vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Cougar | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cougar | Lancer |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |