2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 811 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Liberty | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Liberty | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |