2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1981 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2690 mm |
