1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 35 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. 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, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Comet | Indigo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |