1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic 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 Renault Grand Scenic (161 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 625 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 Renault Grand Scenic, 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
