1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 167 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Chevelle | Cougar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |