1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 445 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 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, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Quest |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |