1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 33 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima 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, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Altima |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |