1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX, 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 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Mercury | Lincoln |
| Model | Comet | MKX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
