1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 138 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. 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, 1995 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Comet | Villager |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
