1975 Mercury Comet vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 1989 Acura Integra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet.
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, 1989 Acura Integra, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Comet | Integra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
