1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 Renault Megane, 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 (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Megane |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |