2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Acadia | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |