1989 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | G | Comet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
