1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 24 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 187 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 835 kg more than 1990 Renault 19. 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, 1990 Renault 19, 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | 19 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
