1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1973 Datsun 240Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 588 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z. 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 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | Mercury | Datsun |
Model | Cougar | 240Z |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2300 mm |