1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Espace |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
