1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Comet | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
