1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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 94 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 301 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Comet | Ram |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
