1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 835 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Pajero |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3270 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |