1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 34 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercury Comet | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Comet | XC70 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |