2003 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 36 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, 2003 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2003 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jeep Wrangler | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Wrangler | Comet |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |