1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 25 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 105 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, 1999 Renault Scenic, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Comet | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
