2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 113 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Expedition | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
