2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | U4 B | Comet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |