1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 500 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 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Comet | Frontera |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |