1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 28 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, 2002 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
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, 2002 Saturn SC, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2002 Saturn SC | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Comet | SC |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |