1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1985 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1985 Proton Saloon 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Proton Saloon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1985 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Proton Saloon. 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, 1985 Proton Saloon, 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Proton Saloon. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1985 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Comet | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
