2006 Acura MDX vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 35 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 355 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 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | MDX | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
