1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 730 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 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Hilux |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |