1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic is newer by 39 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, 2011 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic, 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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |
