1992 Mazda Eunos vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1992 Mazda Eunos 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda Eunos (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda Eunos should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Mazda Eunos.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda Eunos, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda Eunos. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda Eunos.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda Eunos | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Eunos | Comet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |