1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Comet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
