1975 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 32 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, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 823 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Cougar | Aerio |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |