1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 20 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 295 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aerostar | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Aerostar | Comet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |