1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1092 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Comet | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3042 mm |