2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
