2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 210 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 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | CR-V | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |