1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 244 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Golf |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |