2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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 Honda Odyssey, 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 Honda Odyssey (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Odyssey | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |