2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 56 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Yukon | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Yukon | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |