1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
