2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1974 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H2 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
