2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1972 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-250 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |