1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW is newer by 31 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, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 178 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 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, 2005 Saturn LW, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Mercury | Saturn |
Model | Comet | LW |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |