1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Comet | Calais |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
