1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 602 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (363 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mercury Cougar 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Mercury Honda
Model Cougar Jazz
Year Released 1973 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5769 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 77 HP
Torque 363 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.8 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2460 mm