1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 102 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
