1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 155 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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet. 1998 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Camry |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |