1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 28 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
