1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 84 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |