2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Sprinter | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2630 mm |