1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 61 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
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 Nissan Bluebird, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |