1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
