2009 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 127 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.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Rezzo | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
Model | Rezzo | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |