1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 26 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 18 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (64 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Comet | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |