2008 Ford Edge vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 26 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Edge | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1315 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 |
