2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | Freelander | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
