1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1975 Mercury Cougar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 920 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | CJ2 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1945 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |