1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 410 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Comet | V70 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |