2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | Discovery | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
