1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 723 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mercury | Infiniti |
Model | Comet | FX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |