2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 849 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2860 mm |
