2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Tiburon | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |