1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 500 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Comet | Rexton |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |