2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1283 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 F-250 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 F-250 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 F-250 (476 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-250 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 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 | 2939 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2860 mm |
