1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercury Comet | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Tundra |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3230 mm |