1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (180 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 406 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Comet | Avensis |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
