1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 162 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Beretta | Comet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
