2005 Isuzu Axiom vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Axiom 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Axiom (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Axiom should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Axiom.
Because 2005 Isuzu Axiom 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 Isuzu Axiom 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 (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Axiom | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Axiom | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
