1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
