2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |