1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 135 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Highlander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |