1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 21 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 53 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 1991 Renault Express, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1991 Renault Express | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Express |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |