1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry.
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, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Comet | Camry |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |