1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 2002 ZAZ Slavuta 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. 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 ZAZ Slavuta, 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 (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2002 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Mercury | ZAZ |
| Model | Cougar | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
