1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Cougar | Rexton |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |