1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1967 Saab 99
To start off, 1967 Saab 99 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Saab 99, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1967 Saab 99 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Comet | 99 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1708 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |