1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 35 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |