1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 30 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1140 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cougar | G |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
