1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 39 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, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 522 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Mercury | Lexus |
Model | Comet | IS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2731 mm |