1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Jimmy (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Comet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
