1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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 Toyota Matrix, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Matrix |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |