1999 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Concorde 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 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 165 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 Chrysler Concorde, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Concorde. (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Concorde | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Concorde | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
