2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2910 mm |