1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 1986 Renault 4 is newer by 13 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 48 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. 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, 1986 Renault 4, 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 (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 1986 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |