1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 40 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 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Levante | Comet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
