1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 27 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 265 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.

Because 1980 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Mercury Cougar 2007 Saab 05-Sep
Make Mercury Saab
Model Cougar 05-Sep
Year Released 1980 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3271 cc 2290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2710 mm


 

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