2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 341 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 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |