1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 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 1998 Subaru Legacy 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy 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 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Comet | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |