1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Comet | Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
