1971 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Cougar | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
