2002 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 266 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Focus | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
