2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 25 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 719 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 1980 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Monterey | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |