2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2880 mm |
