1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 72 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 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (176 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Comet | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
