2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Acadia | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 6589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |