1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 33 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Comet | Bravada |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |