1987 Ford Probe vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe 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, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. 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 Ford Probe, 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 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Probe | Comet |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |