2002 Holden Vectra vs. 1970 Mercury Comet

To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 32 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.

Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Vectra 1970 Mercury Comet
Make Holden Mercury
Model Vectra Comet
Year Released 2002 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 4092 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 139 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 249 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2800 mm


 

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