2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 23 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 695 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 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |