1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cougar | S |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3165 mm |