1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 36 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, 2008 Renault Modus (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 21 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, 2008 Renault Modus, 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 (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2008 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Modus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
