2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 6 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
