1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 221 kg more than 1981 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Chevelle | Cougar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |