1985 Holden Barina vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 15 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Holden Barina, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Barina | Comet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2800 mm |
