1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 63 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Beetle |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2324 cc |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |