2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Acadia | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |