2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 713 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | HR-V | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |