1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 38 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1630 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet. 2010 Hummer H3 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. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Hummer |
| Model | Comet | H3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
