1975 Mercury Comet vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Mercury Comet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Comet (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 635 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone, 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
