2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 705 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Mountaineer | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |