1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 32 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. 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, 1998 Holden Nova, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Comet | Nova |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |