1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 193 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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 (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Cougar | C30 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |