2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Tucson | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |