1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 31 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Comet | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
