2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |