1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1967 Mercury Comet is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 215 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Jeepster | Comet |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
