1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 310 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Comet |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |