2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (378 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 378 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2910 mm |