2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 89 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | HR-V | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
