1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 33 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Cougar | Cruze |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |