1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Comet | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Comet | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
