1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 462 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Comet | Mystique |
Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |