2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 533 kg more than 1982 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XF | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |