1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Honda Passport
To start off, 2002 Honda Passport is newer by 29 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, 2002 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet.
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, 2002 Honda Passport, 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, 2002 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2002 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Comet | Passport |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
