1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 229 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 121 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 121 | Comet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |