2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1605 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Excursion | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |