2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (116 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 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 Fiat Doblo, 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Doblo | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |