2009 Lada 21 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (82 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lada 21, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | 21 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
