1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.

Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mercury Cougar 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Mercury Mitsubishi
Model Cougar Lancer
Year Released 1973 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6589 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2649 mm


 

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