1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1991 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 25 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1991 Nissan Bluebird, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1991 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |