1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Comet | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
