1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 166 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |