1973 Mercury Comet vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Comet | Lancer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |