1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 2 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 103 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 766 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | SP |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |