1972 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 41 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 314 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Comet | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2911 mm |