1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 62 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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, 1983 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1600 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 |
