1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
