1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet.
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, 2003 Skoda Octavia, 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 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Comet | Octavia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |