1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 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 245 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 (645 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Comet | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
