2004 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |