2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 41 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2630 mm |
