1975 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |
