1994 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 24 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 68 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Contour | Comet |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |