1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 39 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 156 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | GTI |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |