1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 25 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Comet | 993 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |