1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
