1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1993 Renault Safrane

To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 19 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Mercury Comet 1993 Renault Safrane
Make Mercury Renault
Model Comet Safrane
Year Released 1974 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2782 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 82 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2680 mm


 

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