2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Cruze | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
