2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-150 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2800 mm |