1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 38 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 30 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Comet | 207 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3270 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |