1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 360 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 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Xterra |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |