1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 325 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 Volkswagen Eos, 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 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comet | Eos |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
