1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
