2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1325 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |