1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 13 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Nubira | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
