1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1970 Mercury Cougar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jeep CJ | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | CJ | Cougar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |