1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Cougar | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
