2000 Honda Insight vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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 Honda Insight, 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 (176 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Insight | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 176 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |