1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 279 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Frontera |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |