1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 23 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet APV, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | APV | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
