1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 2004 Rover 45, 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 (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Cougar | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Cougar | 45 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5764 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |