1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 28 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Comet | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |