1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 10 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (82 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
