1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 1972 Mini MK III
To start off, 1974 Mercury Cougar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 965 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mini MK III, 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Cougar | 1972 Mini MK III | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Cougar | MK III |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |