1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 30 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 444 kg more than 1972 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Cougar | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |