1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 33 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, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Astra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |