2000 Kia Joice vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Joice | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |