1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 37 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, 2007 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 520 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, 2007 Renault Espace, 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, 2007 Renault Espace (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
