1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 22 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 (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Comet | Integra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
