2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 740 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 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |