2005 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 34 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 228 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.
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, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | NSX | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
