1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 35 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 416 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Clio |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |