1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 34 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, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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, 2007 Renault Clio, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Clio |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |