2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 290 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 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Sable | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |