1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 25 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 51 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 94 kg more than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |