2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 875 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 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Rainier | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |