1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1952 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 220 kg more than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1952 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cougar | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
