1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 600 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Frontera |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |