1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
