1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 58 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1980 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Aspen | Cougar |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |