1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 40 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, 2010 Holden Cruze (138 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Comet | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
