1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 29 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 645 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.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Comet | Bravada |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |