1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio, 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
