1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Mercury | Jeep |
Model | Cougar | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |