1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 676 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Explorer | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |