1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 194 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Cougar |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |