1991 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 154 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz G | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | G | Cougar |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |