1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
