1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Mondial | Comet |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |