1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 8 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 54 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Comet | L |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |