1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 95 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
