1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 39 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, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 498 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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Comet | Terrain |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2858 mm |