2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 31 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
