2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |