2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 33 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Freestar | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Freestar | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
