1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 32 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, 2007 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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, 2007 Renault Megane, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Megane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
