1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 1973 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | 5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |