1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 30 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Comet | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 307 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
