1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 453 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 Renault Trafic, 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Comet | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |
