2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 25 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 169 kg more than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 1979 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Wrangler | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
