1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 19 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 64 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 575 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1989 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |