1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 31 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 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 (363 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
