1971 Mercury Comet vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 44 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Celica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |