1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 31 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet.
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, 2003 Renault Megane, 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, 2003 Renault Megane (192 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Megane |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |