1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 29 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) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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 (382 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Comet | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
