1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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 (382 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (292 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
