2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Step Wagon | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Step Wagon | Comet |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 258 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1400 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |