1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 Nissan Skyline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 79 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Skyline |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |