1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 300 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, 1991 Buick Riviera, 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Comet |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |