1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza 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, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
