1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 1991 Opel Astra, 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Comet | Astra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
