2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 770 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | Viano | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |