1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 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 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. 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 406, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 406 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
