2007 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 34 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |