1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 120 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, 1998 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Magna |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |