2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
