1945 Jeep MB vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 250 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | MB | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
