1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Camry |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |