2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 407 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
