2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |