1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 574 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 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Sharan |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3270 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2919 mm |