1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
