1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 9 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
