2004 Lexus SC vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 390 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | SC | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |