1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo S80, 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercury Comet | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Comet | S80 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2835 mm |