1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 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 Mazda RX-Evolv (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv has automatic transmission and 1971 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1971 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | RX-Evolv | Comet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
