1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1330 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Comet | G |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4763 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |