2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |