1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comet | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
