1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster is newer by 35 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, 2007 Skoda Roomster (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Skoda Roomster.
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, 2007 Skoda Roomster, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Roomster. (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Roomster. 2007 Skoda Roomster 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. 2007 Skoda Roomster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Comet | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
