2004 Buick Regal vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 32 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, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 1972 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Regal | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |