1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 65 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 200 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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |