1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (116 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 444 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Cougar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |