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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 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. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 165 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, 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, 2008 Renault Megane (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
