1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 125 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Comet | Impreza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2645 mm |