2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 942 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Terracan | Comet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
