1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercury |
| Model | Avanti | Comet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2630 mm |
