1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Comet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |