1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Comet | Terracan |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |