1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (196 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Comet | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
