2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 (363 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Tucson | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
