1971 Mercury Comet vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 639 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Comet (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Comet | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
