1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Cherokee | Comet |
Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |