1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 37 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Comet | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2648 mm |
