1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2010 Renault Duster | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Duster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2673 mm |