1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Comet | Tempo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |