1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Comet | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Magna |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |