1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo, 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Comet | Polo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |