1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 35 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |