1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C 111 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4184 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
