2009 Lexus SC vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus SC weights approximately 500 kg more than 1980 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 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus SC | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | SC | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |