2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 21 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS, 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | LHS | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
