1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Raider |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
