2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 24 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 836 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.
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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Yukon | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2690 mm |