1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 690 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 1970 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Highlander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |