2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 415 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |