1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
