2006 Hummer H1 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 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 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 2002 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 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H1 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H1 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6604 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3272 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
