1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XK | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XK | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |