1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 571 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 Volvo XC60, 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 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Comet | XC60 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |