1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra.
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, 2005 Nissan Micra, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Micra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
