1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 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 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Comet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
