1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 624 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Cuore | Comet |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2800 mm |