1982 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1982 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Mercury Cougar 2007 Nissan Armada
Make Mercury Nissan
Model Cougar Armada
Year Released 1982 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2301 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 91 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 2507 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3140 mm


 

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