1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 549 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Cougar | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
