2004 Honda Element vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Element | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |