1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 26 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 5 more horse power than 1992 Rover 620i. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 620i.
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, 1992 Rover 620i, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1992 Rover 620i | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Comet | 620i |
Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |