1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 20 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Comet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
