2004 Acura TL vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | TL | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |