1987 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron is newer by 17 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, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron.
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, 1987 Chrysler Le Baron, 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 (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Le Baron | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Le Baron | Comet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
