2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |