1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
Model | Cougar | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3052 mm |