1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 32 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 275 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
