1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 226 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Cherokee | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Cherokee | Cougar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |