1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 33 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
