2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 467 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |