2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Transit Connect | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |