2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus, 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Stratus | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
