1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 31 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 292 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Magna |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |