1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1985 Nissan AZ-1
To start off, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 is newer by 19 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, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 (195 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1985 Nissan AZ-1 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, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 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, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 (277 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1985 Nissan AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1985 Nissan AZ-1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
