1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 33 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, 2004 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Astra, 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Astra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |