1967 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 32 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Magna |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |