1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 405 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 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |