1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Frontier |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |