2002 GMC Sierra vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 GMC Sierra is newer by 22 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 860 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 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Sierra | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Cougar |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2690 mm |