2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 717 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2910 mm |
