1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 27 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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 (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Comet | Life |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |