1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
