1999 Honda Z vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 29 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
