1996 Lexus SC vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 326 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus SC | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | SC | Comet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |