1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Celica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |