1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. 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, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Clio |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |