1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 Corsa, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Corsa |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |