2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 28 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 125 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.
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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | B4000 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
