1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 316 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, 2005 Peugeot 407, 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 407 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
