2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 474 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda Laputa | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Laputa | Comet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |