1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (185 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 382 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Cougar | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
