1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 362 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 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Comet | V70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
