2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
