1991 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 635 kg more than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler New Yorker | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | New Yorker | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
