2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Yukon | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Yukon | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |