1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 37 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 252 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Comet | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Montero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
