1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Centura | Comet |
Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |