2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | I-290 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
