1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane 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 195 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane, 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Megane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
