1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Cougar | Ram |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
