2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Colorado | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
