1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 720 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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN, 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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Cougar | GRAND CARAVAN |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2247 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3078 mm |