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Mercury Comet

General information

ModelMercury Comet
Year1970
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2782 ccm (169.76 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2782 ccm (169.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power83.00 PS (61 kW or 82 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque178.00 Nm (18.2 kgf-m or 131.3 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0680 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1220 kg (2,689.6 pounds)
Overall length4800 mm (189.0 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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