1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Triumph 2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 22 kg more than 1973 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Comet | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
