1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Acura CSX is newer by 34 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, 2008 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura CSX weights approximately 93 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 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, 2008 Acura CSX, 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 (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2008 Acura CSX | |
Make | Mercury | Acura |
Model | Comet | CSX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |