1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 38 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max 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 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, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Comet | C-Max |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2648 mm |