2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Sprinter | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2910 mm |