1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 5 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 208 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | 15 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |