1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 46 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, 2013 Lexus RX (291 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 688 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (317 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Comet | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Mercury | Lexus |
| Model | Comet | RX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
