1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Buick Century is newer by 20 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, 1990 Buick Century (109 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
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, 1990 Buick Century, 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) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Comet | Century |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2664 mm |
