1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
