1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
