1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 36 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 770 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
