1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 33 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 313 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
