2004 Dodge Neon vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 34 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon.
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, 2004 Dodge Neon, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Neon | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
