2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Rendezvous | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |