1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 1992 Volvo 960
To start off, 1992 Volvo 960 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 960 weights approximately 215 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Cougar | 1992 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | 960 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
