1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Sentra |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |