1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 342 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elan | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Elan | Comet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |