2008 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo 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 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 32 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daewoo Rezzo | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
Model | Rezzo | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |