1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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 (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Golf |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |