1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 17 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
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, 1991 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 1991 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Clio |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |