1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 155 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 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |