1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
