2007 Acura MDX vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 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, 1974 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 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 |