1952 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 540 kg more than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jeep CJ3A | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | CJ3A | Cougar |
Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |