2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | K2700 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3279 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |
