1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 19 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1120 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 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Hunaudieres | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 615 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |