2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 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 Jaguar S-Type (525 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | S-Type | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |