2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 135 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 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
