1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 303 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, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Vectra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |