1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 39 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 4 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cougar | Pajero |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |