1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 25 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |