1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 30 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Comet | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |