1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 37 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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa (148 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet.
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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa, 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, 2010 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm). This means 2010 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2010 Daewoo Tocsa | |
Make | Mercury | Daewoo |
Model | Comet | Tocsa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |