1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2003 Tata Indica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar 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 102 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Tata Indica. 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, 2003 Tata Indica, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Cougar | 2003 Tata Indica | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Cougar | Indica |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |