1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Comet | TF |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |