1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 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 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 452 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Peugeot 306, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Comet | 306 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |