1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 28 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde, 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Concorde | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
