1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth is newer by 26 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Stealth | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Stealth | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |