1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1975 Mercury Comet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Monte Carlo | Comet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |