1975 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 358 kg more than 1975 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (378 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Armada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 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 | 378 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |
