1944 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1944 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1944 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 GAZ 10-73 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | 10-73 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
