2008 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 545 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 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |