1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 460 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 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Comet | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
