2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 31 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 431 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 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 | 339 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
