2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Airflite | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
