1982 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Cougar (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Jeep CJ7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Jeep CJ7 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Jeep CJ7 | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ7 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
