1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 30 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, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comet | GTI |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
