1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Matrix, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (170 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Matrix |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |