1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (108 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307.
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 Peugeot 307, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Comet | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 307 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
