2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey 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.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Odyssey | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |