1967 Mercury Comet vs. 1977 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1977 Datsun 280Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 162 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 1977 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Mercury | Datsun |
Model | Comet | 280Z |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2304 mm |