1979 Mercury Cougar vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 193 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercury Cougar | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Cougar | V70 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |