1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 29 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 857 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Aerio, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (183 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2002 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
