1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600, 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
