2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |