1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
