1975 Mercury Comet vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 17 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, 1992 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Renault 19.
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, 1992 Renault 19, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | 19 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
