1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Cougar (134 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1979 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Jimmy | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Jimmy | Cougar |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |