1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 983 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Comet | Acadia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
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 | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |