1992 Honda Concerto vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Concerto | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Concerto | Comet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 175 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |