1980 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Comet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |