1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 27 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) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 288 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Comet | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
