1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 20 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 660 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Avenger | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Avenger | Cougar |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |