2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 657 kg more than 1975 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 1975 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 (374 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Rainier | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
