1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra.
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 Opel Tigra, 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Comet | Tigra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |