1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 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 172 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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 Renault 5, 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1988 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Comet | 5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |