1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 35 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, 2008 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Comet (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Comet | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
