1995 Acura Legend vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Comet |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |