2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 490 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 1970 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Caravan | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |