1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2735 mm |
