1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Acura TSX
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 32 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, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 280 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 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, 2004 Acura TSX, 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, 2004 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet. 2004 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2004 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Comet | TSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
