1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1998 Mini MK VII is newer by 28 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, 1998 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII.
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, 1998 Mini MK VII, 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 (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Comet | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
