1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Cougar |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |