1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 22 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 33 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Cavalier | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
