2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Stealth | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Stealth | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |