1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 17 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 67 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo.
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, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Comet | Tempo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |