1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 31 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, 2004 Opel Astra (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 155 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, 2004 Opel Astra, 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 (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Astra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |