2009 Acura MDX vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 39 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 564 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |