1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1999 Proton Tiara 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Proton Tiara, 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1999 Proton Tiara | |
Make | Mercury | Proton |
Model | Comet | Tiara |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |