1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Mercury | Tatra |
| Model | Comet | T700 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
