1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 39 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 357 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Mercury | Acura |
Model | Cougar | ZDX |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |