1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is newer by 34 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS, 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 (645 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (270 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | SSS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
