1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Maestro | Comet |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |