2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 90 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 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 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Venture | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |