1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 34 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Xterra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |