1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
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 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Daytona | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Daytona | Comet |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |