2005 Honda Stream vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream 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 Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 220 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 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Stream | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
