2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 32 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 (377 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Rendezvous | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 377 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |