1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 22 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 570 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MPV | Comet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |