2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Explorer | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |