1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 39 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 722 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 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Navara |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |