1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 421 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 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Comet | Dakota |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |