1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
