2007 Acura RDX vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RDX | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
