1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 27 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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 98 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306.
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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Comet | 306 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |