1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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, 2008 Renault Logan, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2008 Renault Logan | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Logan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |