2002 Lexus SC vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 29 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 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 595 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | SC | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
