1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 36 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |