1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is newer by 17 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (491 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 weights approximately 4085 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (804 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | T-Rex 6x6 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 491 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 5400 kg | 1315 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2690 mm |
