1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant 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) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 915 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercury Cougar | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Galant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
