1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 99 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Feroza | Comet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
