2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 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 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TL-50 weights approximately 82 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.
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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TL-50 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | TL-50 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
