2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 29 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 376 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Grand Caravan | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |