1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Kappa | Comet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
