1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1341 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Tundra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3700 mm |