1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 33 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 164 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 1972 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Quest |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |