1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 14 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 792 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Comet | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |