1975 Mercury Comet vs. 1990 Mini MK V
To start off, 1990 Mini MK V is newer by 15 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1990 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 805 kg more than 1990 Mini MK V. 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, 1990 Mini MK V, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 1990 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Comet | MK V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
