1974 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Comet | 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | GTO |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
