2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |