2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i30 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30, 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | i30 | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |