1986 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Comet |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |