1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chrysler Valiant 1967 Mercury Cougar
Make Chrysler Mercury
Model Valiant Cougar
Year Released 1973 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3523 cc 7003 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 432 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2830 mm


 

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