1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 163 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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Laguna |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |