2000 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 221 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.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 1978 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Ram | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Cougar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |