1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 38 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Comet | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Comet | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
