1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 368 kg more than 1974 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Cougar | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Titan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5764 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |
