1987 Holden Drover vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Drover | Comet |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |