2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2800 mm |
