1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 10 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 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana 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 (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Comet | Liana |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |