1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 80 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, 2001 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Comet | Astra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |