1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 8 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | 9 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
