1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (165 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 194 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 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 (319 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (226 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | Baja |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
