1960 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1977 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1977 Mercury Cougar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Jeep CJ5 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jeep CJ5 | 1977 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ5 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2910 mm |
