2004 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |