1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Comet | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
