2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 27 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), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu Ascender | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Ascender | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
