1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300. (245 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Comet |
Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |