2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 270 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 Honda Avancier 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 Honda Avancier 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Avancier | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Avancier | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |