2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 91 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | A | Comet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1687 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |