1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 34 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 816 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 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Comet | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 71 L |