1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 36 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, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Astra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |