1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 650 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
