1992 Mazda 323 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 323 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Mazda 323.
Because 1992 Mazda 323 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 323. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 323 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
