1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 36 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 279 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, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Primera |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |