2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. 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 Mercury Mariner, 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 (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Mariner | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |