1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | RunX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |