1967 Mercury Comet vs. 1986 Mini MK V
To start off, 1986 Mini MK V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1986 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 775 kg more than 1986 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mini MK V, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 1986 Mini MK V | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Comet | MK V |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |