1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L 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 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 135 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 Saturn L, 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 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Comet | L |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |