1967 Mercury Comet vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 550 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Challenger |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |