1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (253 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 (363 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cougar | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2707 mm |
