1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 20 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (498 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | S-10 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 213 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
