1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (281 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Cougar | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |