1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Almera is newer by 27 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, 2001 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 150 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, 2001 Nissan Almera, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Almera |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |