2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Patriot | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
