2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 519 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
