1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra, 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 (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Comet | Astra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |