1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 181 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1831 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
