1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1977 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cougar | Minica |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |