1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1982 Mercury LN7 is newer by 10 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 246 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Mercury LN7, 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Comet | LN7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |