2004 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 37 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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2004 Chrysler Sebring (278 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
