2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 851 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | SRX | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
