1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 31 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 920 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Comet | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Montero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
