1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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 (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mercury Cougar 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Mercury Buick
Model Cougar LaCrosse
Year Released 1973 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6589 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 375 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2837 mm


 

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