1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Nissan Versa

To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 2 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 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 Nissan Versa, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Mercury Comet 2010 Nissan Versa
Make Mercury Nissan
Model Comet Versa
Year Released 1970 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2782 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1222 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4295 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1534 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2601 mm


 

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