1975 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Nissan SUT
To start off, 1999 Nissan SUT is newer by 24 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan SUT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan SUT (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Because 1999 Nissan SUT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan SUT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan SUT (372 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan SUT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 1999 Nissan SUT | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | SUT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
