1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 22 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser. 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, 1992 Ford Laser, 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1992 Ford Laser | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Comet | Laser |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |