1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 37 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 66 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 842 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2003 Subaru R2 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (64 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | R2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 56 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
