2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Odyssey | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 498 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |