2008 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 1975 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |