1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Cougar (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caravan | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
