1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Pajero |
Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |