1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 41 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 462 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 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Comet | RL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2799 mm |
