1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 100 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 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 Nissan Almera, 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Almera |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |