1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, 2001 Nissan Alpha is newer by 28 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Because 2001 Nissan Alpha 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, 2001 Nissan Alpha 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 (375 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (359 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Alpha |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
