1971 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Mercury Comet

To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Charger would be higher.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Dodge Charger 1972 Mercury Comet
Make Dodge Mercury
Model Charger Comet
Year Released 1971 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 82 HP
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2800 mm