1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L 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 39 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Comet | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
