1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 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, 2011 Chrysler 200, 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
| Model | Comet | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2766 mm |
