1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2005 MG ZR is newer by 34 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, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 MG ZR.
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, 2005 MG ZR, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Comet | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Comet | ZR |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
