1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 32 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 150 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, 2002 Holden Zafira, 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Comet | Zafira |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |