1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Town & Country | Comet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
