1999 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 1999 Buick Regal 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 150 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, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Regal 1980 Mercury Cougar
Make Buick Mercury
Model Regal Cougar
Year Released 1999 1980
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 4184 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 264 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2690 mm


 

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