2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-250 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2782 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2630 mm |
