2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 318 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |