2004 Hummer H2 vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1970 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Cougar. 2004 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H2 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
