1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 395 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 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |