2009 Ford Edge vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Edge | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
