1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 40 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 454 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 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Cougar | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3302 mm |