1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 630 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 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
