1974 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 34 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5764 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
