2002 Lexus LX vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 1026 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 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
