2009 Acura RL vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 632 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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 RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RL | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
