1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 415 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |